Reds vs. Cubs Prediction for MLB Thursday [8/3/2023]

Updated: Dec 29, 2023, 6:27 AM ET | First published: Aug 2, 2023, 4:33 AM ET

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Reds vs. Cubs Prediction for MLB Thursday [8/3/2023]

The Chicago Cubs will face the Cincinnati Reds in MLB action at Wrigley Field on Thursday, starting at 8:05PM ET.

Jameson Taillon (5-6, 5.46 ERA) will start for the Cubs, pitting him against Luke Weaver (2-3, 6.80 ERA) for the Reds.

Dimers' free betting picks for Reds vs. Cubs, as well as game predictions and best odds, are featured below.

Who Will Win: Reds vs. Cubs

Using advanced machine learning and data, Dimers.com has simulated Thursday's Reds-Cubs MLB game 10,000 times.

Dimers' popular predictive analytics model, DimersBOT, currently gives the Cubs a 59% chance of defeating the Reds.

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Reds vs. Cubs Odds [8/3]

Run Line: Cubs -1.5 (+125), Reds +1.5 (-135)
Moneyline: Cubs -160, Reds +140
Total: Over/Under 10 (-110/-102)

The Cubs are currently -1.5 favorites against the Reds, with +125 at BetMGM the best odds currently available.

For the underdog Reds (+1.5) to cover the run line, DraftKings Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at -135.

BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for the Cubs at -160. That means you can risk $160 to win $100, for a total payout of $260, if they get the W.

Elsewhere, PointsBet currently has the best moneyline odds for the Reds at +140, where you can put down $100 to profit $140, earning a total payout of $240, if they win.

The Over/Under for total runs scored sits at 10 with BetMGM, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -110, while DraftKings Sportsbook currently has the best odds for the Under at -102.

As always, check out all the sportsbooks that are available in your state for the best MLB odds and lines.

According to DimersBOT, the Reds (+1.5) have a 58% chance of covering the run line, while the Over/Under total of 10 runs has a 51% chance of going Over.

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Best Bets: Reds vs. Cubs

Run Line: Reds +1.5 @ -135 via DraftKings Sportsbook (58% probability)
Moneyline: Reds @ +140 via PointsBet
Total: Under 10 @ -102 via DraftKings Sportsbook

Dimers' best bets are based on world-class simulations and betting intelligence to bring you the best possible plays 24/7/365.

While the Cubs are more likely to win the game, according to DimersBOT, betting on the Reds moneyline is the best option due to the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the sportsbooks' odds currently available.

Taking advantage of the edges seen here at Dimers.com is one of the keys to achieving long-term profitability.

Furthermore, despite the Over being more likely to hit on this occasion, Under 10 is our best bet owing to the better odds (-102) that are available from DraftKings Sportsbook.

Reds vs. Cubs Prediction

Dimers.com predicts that the Cubs are more likely to beat the Reds in the MLB game on Thursday.

This prediction is based on extensive data-driven analysis, with the Cubs having a 59% probability of winning after conducting 10,000 game simulations.

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Dimers has full betting coverage of Thursday's Reds-Cubs game, including pregame predictions, top betting picks, and live win probabilities.

Don't forget, DimersBOT updates regularly, so keep an eye on this article for the latest betting insights ahead of Reds vs. Cubs on Thursday August 3, 2023.

Reds vs. Cubs 2023

Thursday's MLB action between the Cubs and Reds at Wrigley Field is scheduled to begin at 8:05PM ET.

Who: Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs
Date: Thursday August 3, 2023
Time: 8:05PM ET / 5:05PM PT
Venue: Wrigley Field

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